scallywag

/ˈskæliweɪɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

a rogue or rascal, especially a young boy or young man who behaves in a mischievous or troublesome way

“The scallywag stole a cookie from the jar on the counter.”

2. verb

to behave in a mischievous or troublesome way

“The kids were scallywaging in the park, causing a commotion.”

Synonyms

  • rascal
  • rogue

Antonyms

  • goody
  • model citizen